Move Local Podcast

On this episode we sit down with Fraser Fitzgerald the owner of No Bones Kitchen to talk all things plant based cooking! Fraser comes from a family of entrepreneurs so it is no surprise he is on a mission to create his own business.  During this conversation we talk about what got him into cooking, why plant based eating is important to him, and why education is a big part of what he does wit...

On this episode we sit down and talk to Bailey and Shelby the owners of Lettuce Live in Brantford. Lettuce Live is a conscious eatery offering healthy take-away food. They're on a mission to create an inclusive community for those with varying food preferences by offering a delicious plant forward menu with whole ingredients that are fresh, local and nutritious. We are here to empower consumers on...

On this weeks episode we bring back out "Meet the team" series with our amazing client experience manager Jenna Halayko. Jenna is one of the new additions to The Movement Team and we are so happy to have her. If you have been to our HQ lately you surly have met Jenna and her bright smile. During this episode you get to learn a bit more about who Jenna is and what she is pursuing in her life. Outsi...

On this episode we sit down with Holly Schefold who is the owner of Nourish Cooking Co. a plant based nutrition company that offers many wonderful services such as kids cooking classes and snack subscriptions. She is on a mission to educated people on the importance of eating good whole foods that are focused on feeding you soul. During this conversation we touch on how she discovered plant based...

On this episode we sit down with Dundas local Frances Manias. Frances is an all time person and has had great success in the sport of bodybuilding and powerlifting. She is also the creator of The Iron Sisters and recently Iron Valley Strength & Barbell. Frances exemplifies what it means to move local and we were excited to sit down and have a conversation with her. We dove into how she got in...

On this episode we sit down with Beth Bierema. She is the owner of Foody First which is a husband and wife team with our whole goal being to elevate your brand’s presence through exceptional styling and photography that will attract, engage, and lead to action. She is the professional food & set prop stylist and does most of the photography while Jordan handles the business side and is the sel...

On this episode we sit down with Rolli Adenmosun one of the owners of PHNX Fithouse. They recently opened a new location here in Hamilton and are ready to hit the ground running. They're on a mission to help people rise up. They do this through challenging people both mentally and physically in and outside of the gym. During this conversation we talked about the transition to the new location here...

On this episode we sit down and talk with Mike from Seventh Coffee Company. They are located in Brantford and are all about helping people discover better coffee. Outside of this they are also big into supporting local charities and making the world a better place. During this conversation we hit on how the name seventh company was developed, what makes a good cup of coffee, and why innovation is...

On this episode we sit down with Jessica and Joshua! They are a big part of what keeps the Burly Trail runners thriving in the trails. The Burly's are focused on providing an experience for all levels and are on a mission to introduce our beautiful trail network to as many people as possible. During this conversation we touch on how the club got started, why trail running is important to them, and...

On this episode we sit down wth Luke Vanmoerkere who is one of the owners of Athlete Farm Training in Brantford. They are on a mission to build stronger athletes one step, one session, one rep at a time. They are also focused on helping athletes build confidence and develop habits that will not only help them on the field but in life. We dive into the story behind the name athlete farm training, w...

On this episode we sit down with Alex, the owner of Kitchen Island. Her philosophy is centred on caring and carefulness: Alex cares for each pastry she makes and is careful in her methods and business practices, as a way of caring for you. During this episode we talk about her upbringing in Israeli, how traveling influenced her baking, and why she started Kitchen Island. This conversation was very...

On this episode we sit down with Rebecca Dwildt the owner of Pinbones Fish Market in Dundas! During this episode we dive into how she got into culinary word, why she transitioned to entrepreneurship, and the importance of high quality ethically sourced fish. After you dive into this one you are going to want to immediately create a tasty seafood dish. The possibilities are endless. We really enjoy...

On this episode we sit down with Michael and Andrea of Smithers Sausages. They are focused on providing a locally sourced gourmet sausages that are made with whole foods. We are slowly turning into a food podcast here at Move Local. This time around we are doing some tasting of delicious meats. During this episode we touch on how Smithers sausage got started, why it's important to create a good wo...

On this episode we sit down with Courtney and Arjun to talk all about Nutty Hero. They are on a mission to make the most kick-ass nut & seed butters that will fuel your adventures and make you smile.  During this conversation we dive into how the brand developed, why the choose 12 nut's & seeds, and how the incorporate "fun" into their brand. We also get into how they not only help pe...

On this episode we sit down with former olympian and current ultra marathoner Reid Coolsaet. Reid is born and raised in Hamilton and has been running the local streets and trails since he was a kid. He has had much success in his running career and he continues to thrive as he transitions from running marathons to ultra marathons. During our conversation we touch on how Reid got into running, what...

On this episode we sit down with the founder of Mill Works Creative Danielle Rizzo. She is on a mission to provide a positive creative space where creators can go to allow themselves to thrive. Since we are neighbours to Danielle we always see all the hustle going on over their and have been interested to learn more about the story. This conversation covers why Mill Works was started, how Danielle...

On this episode we sit down and chat with Taylor and Ashley the founders of Stash Food Co. There a local small batch preserve company that is focused on providing high quality and freshly sourced preserves. During this conversation we do a live taste testing of a few of their products so make sure you stay tuned for the crunch.  We touch on how Stash got started, why breaking into the food in...

On this episode we sit down with Jeff Rowthorn who is one of the founders of Happy Trails Racing. Happy Trails Racing is run by nature and adventure enthusiasts who aim to provide opportunities in which to engage the running community, explore new terrain, and support those in need. During this conversation Jeff dives into he's personal experience with running and why he contin...

On this episode we sit down with Dahlia Ishak. She is one of the owners alongside her husband of Salty Espresso. A coffee shop fuelled by community. This conversation hit many topics ranging from coffee to community, and much more. We are pumped to have connected with Dahlia and we think you will all really enjoy this episode. You can listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or where ever...

On this episode we sit down you our friend Brad Minns. Brad has been a big supporter of the podcast and The Movement in general, so it was awesome to have him on the show. During this conversation we touch on who Brad is, Why he started his business, and how he serves the Dundas community. It was fun to learn more about Brad and his passion for helping people. You can listen to the episode on Spot...

On this episode we sit down with Paul "Turbo" Trebilcock. He is a local community icon who is most famously known for his Adventure TV show 'Boundless'. Outside of this he is a man of many talents and lover of Dundas. During this episode we talk about how he got into adventure sports, why he started boundless, how he has transitioned to carving spoons, and much more. This episode was a ton of fun...

On this episode Will and Dalton sit down with Brodie Dawson the founder of Dawson Hot Sauce in Hamilton to talk all things hot sauce. Not only did we talk shop we did a live tasting of some of Brodie's sauces. If you hang on until the end of this episode you will get the live reaction to the guy's trying XXX Ghost Pepper Mash. Which is no joke. During this spicy conversation we hit on the story be...

On this episode we sit down with Scott Eccles. Scott is the owner of Eccles automative which has been serving the community of Dundas since 1984. During this conversation we dove into the story behind Eccles, how his role has progressed over the years, and where he thinks the automotive industry is headed. One thing we always appreciate about businesses such a s Eccles Auto is that the "person" is...

On this episode we sit down with Jerzy and Mike of Siv-ik planning and design. They are a brand new urban planning and design consulting company in the Hamilton and London area. This conversation was a huge learning experience for us. Understanding the nuances and thoughts that go into designing our urban landscape was interesting to explore. Hamilton is a unique place from a design perspective an...

On this episode we sit down with our guy Tyler Ouwendyk. Tyler is the owner of Momentum fitness which is a premium fitness facility in both Dundas and Hamilton. Being in the fitness space over the last year has been a challenge to say the least. We have been amazed by the great job Tyler and the rest of the team at momentum has done to keep their community engaged and healthy. During this episode...